If you’re living in or communicating with someone in the Philippines, you’ve likely come across mobile numbers starting with the prefix 0953. The question “0953 what network?” is common among Filipinos looking to manage call costs, check signal coverage, or simply understand who their service provider is. The short answer is that 0953 is originally a prefix under TM (Touch Mobile), which is a value-focused brand operated by Globe Telecom. However, thanks to recent changes in mobile portability, there’s more to this prefix than meets the eye.